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Private Beach Access, Large House in the Woods

Another spectacular sunset from our beach

The 2 minute walk ends at the beach of Cape Cod Bay.

Overview
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Location
Host

Exceptional

4 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 102700 sq ft

Popular amenities

Parking available
Dryer
Washer
Fireplace
Kitchen
Barbecue grill

Explore the area

Orleans, MA

Skaket Beach
‪5 min walk‬
Rock Harbor Beach
‪4 min drive‬
Ocean Edge Golf Club
‪10 min drive‬
Hyannis, MA (HYA-Barnstable Municipal)
‪37 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 4

1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Bed

Master bedroom

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Toilet

Master bath

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Garden

Dining area

About this property

Private Beach Access, Large House in the Woods

A very unique haven situated on what was a private family compound with private beach on Cape Cod Bay. The beach is less than 700 feet away via a beautiful sandy path which passes a cranberry bog along the way. The rambling, airy & bright 3000 sq. ft. home has been renovated over the past several years. The entire main floor has walnut hardwood flooring with an open floor plan. The new kitchen has honed granite counters with a large cherry wood topped island with stools. The new spacious screened porch is ideal for outdoor living, day or night. It is adjacent to the dining room as is the adjoining multi-level deck. It places you in a secluded tree shrouded area ideal for bird-watching or just sun, salt air and beach sounds.

The large living room with a smart TV and DVD player also has a fireplace and a wooded view from the large bay window. The newly refurbished master bedroom with queen size bed has its own new fully renovated full bath. The 2nd & 3rd bedrooms each have (2) twin beds and share another brand new full bath. The 4th bedroom with 1 queen and 1 double bed and has its own 1/2 bath.

Rare find - close to beach & bike trail.

For more up-to-date information and to follow along on our family's adventures follow capecodwithkate on Instagram

Property manager

Kate

Languages

English

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Kitchen

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Dryer

Air conditioning

Outdoor space

Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 27

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Saturday changeover for weekly rentals

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy

Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges

Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed

On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited

Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property

Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock

Property Registration Number C0179522240

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Orleans

Located in Orleans, this holiday home is by the sea. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Cape Cod Beaches and Cape Cod National Seashore. Orleans Bowling Center and Edward Penniman House and Barn are also worth visiting. Kayaking and windsurfing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking and cycling nearby.

Orleans, MA

What's nearby

Skaket Beach - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
Orleans Bowling Center - 4 min drive - 2.9 km
Rock Harbor Beach - 4 min drive - 2.5 km
Ocean Edge Golf Club - 10 min drive - 8.2 km
Nauset Beach - 13 min drive - 8.9 km

Getting around

Hyannis Transportation Center - 33 min drive
Hyannis, MA (HYA-Barnstable Municipal) - 32 min drive

Restaurants

‪Wendy's - ‬7 min drive
‪Hot Chocolate Sparrow - ‬5 min drive
‪The Knack - ‬6 min drive
‪Hog Island Beer Co. - ‬4 min drive
‪Cooke's Seafood - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Private Beach Access, Large House in the Woods pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Private Beach Access, Large House in the Woods?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Private Beach Access, Large House in the Woods?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Private Beach Access, Large House in the Woods located?

Situated by the sea, this holiday home is within 1 mile (2 km) of Cape Cod Beaches and Skaket Beach. Orleans Bowling Center and Rock Harbor Beach are also within 2 miles (3 km).

9.4

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.

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9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca D.

1 Sept, 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

August 2023

We loved our stay at Katie’s house! You can’t beat the location to the beach and the comfortability of the house. We would love to come back again!

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Catherine T.

13 Aug, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful family trip

My family has grown up spending time in Orleans every summer and with more babies being added we had to branch out to a new rental- this house was wonderful. Everything was as listed and we had everything we needed. Kate was easy to contact and responsive as needed during our trip! The house has a wonderful screened in porch which was a wonderful additional space to have and is only a 5 minute walk to the beach!

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tess F.

25 Jul, 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A fun week with our family

We were very happy with our accommodations. The house is pretty and situated in a good spot for the beach. We did find the basement bedroom a bit musty and there were a lot of mosquitoes if we went outside in the early evening. We will definitely stay at the house again if it is available.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Diana and Frank P.

20 Aug, 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Skaket Beach Haven

A perfect location within walking distance to beautiful Skaket Beach and close to all the most desirable places to go to in Orleans. The house is well-appointed, and the kitchen especially well-equipped. The layout is perfect for an extended family of 3 generations. No neighboring houses to be seen on either side. The only suggestion we would make is that some of the bed mattresses need to be replaced. We would joyfully return another year!

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kathy B.

9 Jul, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family time

We had an excellent week at our beach house. Kate was easy to contact and answered all our questions and requests. The kitchen was well stocked. It shared an open concept with the living room and dining area. Great for meal preps and family conversations. Bedrooms were roomy and the beds were comfortable. Remember to bring your sheets.The air conditioners kept the rooms comfortable at night. If not, clean the filter. My son did that for his room and the room cooled quickly. The fans throughout the house kept the ocean air circulating. We ate all of our dinners out on the screened in porch at the lrg table that accommodated all 10 of us. And played card and board games at night there. The yard was great for yard games. Beach Access was easy to use to reach a private beach. The central location made it easy to travel to other locations. You will be comfortable and satisfied with renting this home. Thanks Kate!!!

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Evelyn T.

13 Aug, 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Summer on the Cape

This is the second year we have enjoyed this lovely house, so near the beach. Four well furnished bedrooms, 2.5 baths, an outdoor shower, a grill that works really well, a screened in porch and a short walk over dunes to the beach. Nicely furnished and comfie at the same time. And the owner is an easy text away in the event that we have a question or a need. We love it.

Stayed 21 nights in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

Bill S.

4 Jul, 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice home for family vacation!

Perfect location close to beaches! Loved the oversized patio! Spent many meals and socializing there! House is roomy!!

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Evelyn T.

14 Aug, 2021

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely

A great house with an easy access to a calm, secluded beach. All needed amenities were close. Fantastic place.

Stayed 21 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

philippe l.

4 Jul, 2021

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

awesome

Great location, great kitchen, great screened-in porch.

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Beth S.

27 Sept, 2020

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lots to enjoy

Great space to enjoy both inside and outside. Loved the screened in porch, the expansive yard for playing yard games and relaxing in the hammock, an easy walk to a relatively private part of Skaket beach, and good access to the rail trail. Great spot for a Cape vacation!

Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Karen K., Poughkeepsie, NY

2 Oct, 2019

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great vacation home for the Cape

The owners were easy to communicate with and prompt to answer. Check in is a breeze. The beach really is a 5 minute walk away down a charming path. Loved the openness of the main floor and the screened in porch -awesome!

10/10 Excellent

Sherry P., Ludlow,USA

18 Aug, 2018

Lovely house , beautiful beach within walking distance. We had a great time

Very clean on main floor. Would have liked a/c in the living room area. Weather was very humid while we were there. Great area, close to everything. Owners were very nice.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2018

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

James D., Medford Massachusetts

13 Dec, 2016

Perfect Beach home

Perfect beach rental for a family. We stay in the same neighborhood every year and this was the best location so far. The house was clean, well equipped and the owner was extremely responsive. Very short walk to the beach makes it convenient to walk back to the house for lunch or to use the bathroom.

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Nicole N.

9 Nov, 2016

Great vacation house

This house is awesome! the living area open to the kitchen is perfect for family gatherings and the screeened in porch and big back deck make for tons of space. You are a short walk to a sandy picturesque dune to a beautiful pretty much private beach. We also loved the area with grocery store, restaurants, and tons to do very close. Ken the owner was thorough and great to work with as well. Definitely recommend

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Mary Beth S.

29 Sept, 2016

Beach vacation house

The house has a great location. It is walkable to a private beach which is next to Skaket, one of our favorite beaches. The kitchen is well equipped, and the screened in porch is terrific. The downstairs bedroom is in need of an update, but the family/living room area is very comfortable. The owners are very responsive and pleasant to work with. Highly recommend for a family beach vacation.

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Mike M.

12 Jul, 2016

Back home

We used this house for a reunion with family near where we used to live in Orleans. It is a very comfortable house! We particularly enjoyed the screen room - ate most of our dinners out there, comfortably with 7 people, easily fitting more guests for dinner some evenings, and entertained old friends for afternoon visits. The kitchen is pretty well set up for cooking, utensil-wise, and is a good space for more than one person working. The center island was a good place for people to sit and enjoy hors-douvres while meals were prepared and the open living/dining/kitchen area was also a great space for all of us to be without feeling cramped. The walk to the bay is pleasant and easy. The peaceful location of this house and setting on the lot gives a very secluded feel, but is only about a mile from the center of town. Our only criticism would be the lack of a front walk. Older folks may have trouble with the slightly uneven footing. Overall, an excellent place to stay for our time in Orleans! We had a great stay in comfort, and will try to get this house again for our next get together!

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

30 Jun, 2015

Comfortable house in great location

The house is situated in a secluded area with a quick walk to the beach. The house is beautifully maintained with a convenient outside porch, comfortable living room and bedrooms and nice kitchen. Orleans is a great location on Cape Cod and this house made our vacation perfect. Owners very helpful.

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

10 Apr, 2014

A Wonderful House!

This is a lovely house in a wonderful location! The rooms are spacious, comfortable, and very nicely decorated. The house offers enough space for a group--a large living room, spacious screened porch and outdoor deck, plus open kitchen and dining areas. It's all very clean and appealing, and the recent remodeling of kitchen, bedroom, bathrooms, and porch really provide beautiful space for a vacation! The location is secluded enough to offer quiet and privacy but near beach, shopping, and restaurants--a perfect combination! The walk to the beach is easy and pretty, and the beach itself is lovely. Cape Cod Bay offers low tides that invite lots of walking and high tides perfect for swimming. And the sunsets are amazing! The owner is responsive and helpful. This is an ideal spot for a memorable vacation!

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Kathy C., Weston, MA

29 Aug, 2010

Great beach access

We stayed here in August of 2010 and thoroughly enjoyed ourselves. The house is well stocked with everything necessary and clean. The location is wonderful - a short walk to the beach and easy bicycle access to the rail trail. There are several restaurants nearby as well as grocery shopping. Our favorite was pizza at Zia's followed by ice cream at Sundae School. We would stay again.

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

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28 Aug, 2010

A comfortable house in a great location!

The house is prettier than it looks in the pictures, and very comfortably furnished. It is roomy and well equipped. THe owner is very responsive to any questions you may have and to top it off, the location is wonderful - the walk to the beach is quintessential cape cod and the bike path is easily accessed. I would highly recommend this property!

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

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15 Aug, 2010

Orleans Vacation

Our family has returned to this delightful home near the end of a dirt road on the bay in Orleans for 5 or 6 summers.A short walk over the dunes leads to a quarter mile of infrequented beach, gentle waves and a low tide that seems to go out for miles. Stores are 5-10 minute drive distant. Each year the landlord makes improvements. This year it was a large, vert pleasant, semi-detached and fully screened gazebo

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

4/10 Poor

13 Aug, 2010

Secluded Beach House on Private Road

My family rented this home in July 2010. This house is at a nice location, but in my opinion this is a way over priced cottage. We did enjoy the new porch the home owner added, but the majority of the house still need needs serious work. The beddings could use washing, and the bedroom and bathroom downstairs are not useable for various issues. We look forward to our Cape vacation every summer and was very dissappointed that we spend so much on a property and couldn't relax in it.

About the host

Hosted by Kate

Husband is a manufacturers representative and wife is a clinical psychologist in private practice. We have enjoyed many Thanksgivings and Easter's as well as summer vacations with (and without) our children at this house.